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<h1>Grade School Gardening Teacher</h1>
<h2><a href="http://www.sfwaldorf.org/all-school/grade-school-gardening-teacher" target="_blank">San Francisco Waldorf School </a></h2>
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<p>This is a half-time salaried faculty position (.5FTE)</p>
<p><u>General Description</u><br />
The Gardening Teacher will work with the second-year kindergarten children and the first through third grade students, their teachers and parent volunteers. The weekly meetings for the kindergarten, first and second grade lessons will take place at St. Anne’s Home for the Elderly (Lake Street at 4th Avenue, SF) while the third grade will meet both at the grade school and at St. Anne’s. </p>
<p><u>Hours</u><br />
The Gardening teacher will work directly with the children approximately 9 hours a week – the equivalent of a double-period with each of the four groups. She/he will attend the weekly Grade School Faculty and the Subject Teachers meetings, and is invited to attend the All-School Faculty meetings. </p>
<p><u>Responsibilities</u><br />
The general duties that are defined for a half-time salaried teacher will apply for the Gardening Teacher and may be altered in writing, after approval from the Grade School Steering Committee, to meet the specific demands of the gardening program. The specific duties of the Gardening Teacher include:</p>
<ul><li>Develop and implement a biodynamic gardening curriculum for the kindergarten through </li>
<li>Class activity preparation as required for on-site cooking and garden craft projects </li>
<li>Research, identify, procure, maintain and replace garden and educational tools and </li>
<li>Plan, coordinate, organize and attend the 3rd grade field trip to Live Power Farm. Support </li>
<li>Organize garden work days</li>
<li>Organize transit to garden sites; chaperone when needed</li>
<li>Recruit, train, mentor and communicate class agenda to parent volunteers for each grade </li>
<li>Site Management: Oversee all garden care for school and St. Anne’s sites; including third grade supplies; review monthly budget report and keep expenses within the budgeted funds other day-long farm field trips in 3rd grade level preparation and clean-up of worksites, maintenance and seed propagation activities, watering and weeding throughout the calendar year</li>
<li>Professional Relationship Management: Create and maintain site agreements with St. Anne’s; expand intergenerational activities with St. Anne’s residents; integrate the development of the garden site with St. Anne’s landscaping and facility plans</li>
<li>Communicate with administration, faculty, staff, and parents regarding how to best integrate the biodynamic gardening curriculum with the school’s vision, plans, and marketing. This may include newsletter communication to SFWS community. </li>
<li>Support the Advancement Office in the following ways: public relations, outreach, communications, education and events; annual garden party for residents; create and maintain web pages describing the garden program </li>
<li>Year-end Report Writing: Write a curriculum overview for grades 1 through 3 and individual year-end reports for all third grade students. </li>
</ul><p><u>Optional duties for consideration</u></p>
<ul><li>Professional Development: attendance at the quarterly Northern California and National Biodynamic Conferences</li>
<li>Attendance at other local and regional garden education meetings</li>
<li>Ongoing courses, class work and self-directed learning in biodynamics, Anthroposophy and Waldorf methods.</li>
<li>Establish connections with city-wide and regional school garden and farming initiatives</li>
<li>Represent SFWS at local school garden meetings and biodynamic initiatives.</li>
</ul><p><u>Qualifications</u></p>
<ul><li>Waldorf Teacher Training </li>
<li>Knowledge of and experience with Biodynamic Gardening</li>
</ul><p><u>Benefits and Compensation</u><br />
This is a .5 FTE position. Benefits include dental, flexible spending plans, retirement plan (after one year), and pro-rated tuition remission for eligible dependents in our N-12 program. Salaries are paid over a 12-month schedule.</p>
<p><u>Physical Requirements and Work Environment</u></p>
<ul><li>Be able to occasionally lift up to 75 lbs.</li>
<li>Work in outside weather conditions, including heat, cold and rain</li>
<li>Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours</li>
</ul><p>FLSA Classification: Faculty; Exempt from overtime<br />
Reports to: Grade School Chair<br />
Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee<br />
Date Modified: February 2015<br />
Please send letter of interest and resume to <a href="mailto:jobs@sfwaldorf.org">jobs@sfwaldorf.org</a></p>
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</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-forums field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Forums:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/forums/opportunities-employment-0">Opportunities - Employment</a></div></div></div>Tue, 03 Mar 2015 17:58:51 +0000Erin Schneider6505 at https://www.biodynamics.comhttps://www.biodynamics.com/forum/content/sfws-grade-school-gardening-teacher#commentsGardener/Caretaker - Fox Haven, Jefferson, MDhttps://www.biodynamics.com/forum/content/gardenercaretaker-fox-haven-jefferson-md
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>FOX HAVEN SEEKS FULL-TIME RESIDENT GARDENER/CARETAKER</p>
<p>Fox Haven is seeking an individual or couple for a position as a gardener/caretaker/farmer. Housing is provided. Responsibilities include planning and implementing an organic community garden, teaching volunteers and young people, taking care of small animals, landscaping and maintenance, working on the farm and in the office as needed. Job requires ability to communicate skillfully about biodynamic farming, permaculture and all we are doing at Fox Haven.</p>
<p>Fox Haven Organic Farm and Learning Center is a gathering place grounded in nature and contemplative practice, dedicated to nurturing deep and creative conversations among people, restoring human connections with one another and with the natural world. It is an hour’s drive from Baltimore and Wash DC. Often government people come out to see how Fox Haven is modeling an alternative to chemically intensive industrial agriculture. We offer a wide variety of speakers and on-going programs, and provide the surrounding community a safe haven for gatherings of all kinds.</p>
<p>The gardener/caretaker of Fox Haven will help support and deepen the growth of Fox Haven as a place of healing and transformation, by fostering spiritual growth inwardly and in relation to the natural world. Join us to be part of a professional environment, which encourages respect, honesty, and trust among our staff, and strives to offer the highest degree of service to the land, to our community, and to workshop participants. </p>
<p>Qualifications: Minimum 2 years of managing an organic garden or farm. Experience organizing a community garden. Knowledge and experience with organic gardening methods. A flexible and cooperative personality. Open mind, open heart. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Regular spiritual practice, meditation, mindfulness is a plus.</p>
<p>Salary: dependent upon experience. </p>
<p>If you are interested in applying for this position, please tell us why in a cover letter, resume(s) and 2 references to: <a href="mailto:foxgarden15@gmail.com">foxgarden15@gmail.com</a>.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-forums field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Forums:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/forums/opportunities-employment-0">Opportunities - Employment</a></div></div></div>Wed, 04 Feb 2015 17:11:51 +0000Rebecca B6467 at https://www.biodynamics.comhttps://www.biodynamics.com/forum/content/gardenercaretaker-fox-haven-jefferson-md#commentsGeneral Farm Manager Position Opening - Charlotte, VThttps://www.biodynamics.com/forum/content/general-farm-manager-position-opening-charlotte-vt
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Job Title: General Farm Manager<br />
Type: Full Time<br />
Location: Charlotte, VT</p>
<p>Position Overview<br />
Around the world, a new generation of farmers and practitioners of regenerative agriculture are redefining our relationship with the land and are producing healthy, nutrient-dense food. In this spirit, Bio-Logical Capital seeks to train and develop the next generation of sustainable farmers who will impact local food production, regenerate damaged soil, and improve the overall health of the land and the people it feeds.</p>
<p>Bio-Logical Capital is a land investment, development, and conservation company that has been engaged by the land owners to help master plan and develop a team to manage and operate a 200-acre diversified farm in Charlotte. Farm operations include small-scale heritage breed sheep and pastured pigs, a market garden, seasonal grass-fed cattle, and hayfields. All of these operations have room to grow, and we intend to add small grain production and perennial fruit and nut bearing orchards. The goals of the farm are to build living soil, produce nutrient-dense food, implement innovative practices, and create a beautiful, diverse, productive landscape that will become a standard for a regional brand of “beyond-organic” products.</p>
<p>Success on the farm is dependent on building a strong local team. We are searching for a Farm Manager who can demonstrate a strong work ethic, is a proactive communicator, and has an enthusiastic focus on contributing to the achievement of the farm’s long-term goals. The Farm Manager will have experience in operating and managing a successful farm business.</p>
<p>The Farm Manager will be responsible for operating, developing and leading the day-to-day operations of a small farm in Charlotte, VT. The Farm Manager will work closely with the passionate landowners to support and execute their vision for the farm. The manager will lead, manage and develop a small local team of farmers. The Farm Manager will also be responsible for developing and writing a 5-year business plan for growing the farm’s business model. As part of the Bio-Logical Capital team, the manager will also participate in the farm business strategy discussions and planning.</p>
<p>Primary Responsibilities<br />
· Operate and continue the development of a small farm in Charlotte that produces a diverse set of crops from gardens, orchards and fields.<br />
· Develop and write a 5-year business plan for the farm operations.<br />
· Build and develop the pasture and soil fertility strategies with the application of good management techniques, local organic materials, and inputs that are generated from the surrounding expansive acreage of the farm.<br />
· Manage a qualified team of practitioners that will work to increase the carrying capacity of the land, enhance the beauty of the site, and strengthen the core message of the brand.<br />
· Plan, plant, manage, and maintain tree and vegetable crop acreage to provide diverse food crops.<br />
· Expand rotational grazing management of sheep, pigs, and poultry with the current team.<br />
· Plan and phase the appropriate expansion of the farm to include processing of tree and vegetable crops, and other related activities that will add to the health, beauty, and productivity of the farm.<br />
· Create a sales plan, establish local market relationships, and manage sales to local off-takers.<br />
· Set and manage farming project goals, planting and work schedules, critical timelines, reporting mechanisms and resource allocations.<br />
· Manage relationships with the landowner, owner’s representative and other local and statewide partners in the agricultural community.<br />
· Coordinate and support other agriculture and operator vendors on the property.<br />
· Develop marketing strategy for all activities run by the farm, including special events, farm-to-table dinners, farm lunches, and farm tours.<br />
· Serve as the spokesperson for marketing, media, and communication purposes at the farm.<br />
· Prepare reports, including financial summaries, for updating the executive management team.<br />
· Build working relationships with the University of Vermont Farm Extension Program, relevant academic and science based research organizations, government agencies, NGOs, and other relevant industry contacts.<br />
· Manage other tasks as necessary to support business operations. </p>
<p>Candidate Qualifications<br />
· Minimum 3 years of agro-ecological farming and farm management experience.<br />
· Preferred experience in running a successful farm business.<br />
· Demonstrated success in previous management and leadership positions with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.<br />
· Demonstrated ability to integrate management operations with community and sustainability considerations and outcomes.<br />
· Open to learning and implementing new farming techniques.<br />
· Open to working on weekends.<br />
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.<br />
· Computer, data entry and reporting skills.<br />
· Proven record of success in a highly collaborative and dynamic work environment.<br />
· Minimum 2 references.</p>
<p>Salary and Benefits<br />
Salary will be commensurate with experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in benefits packages, which includes medical.</p>
<p>Application Process<br />
Candidates should send a cover letter illustrating experience, resume, available start date, contact information, and reference contact information to <a href="mailto:vtfarmmanager@biologicalcapital.com">vtfarmmanager@biologicalcapital.com</a>. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly. No phone calls please.</p>
<p>For more company information, visit <a href="http://www.biologicalcapital.com">www.biologicalcapital.com</a></p>
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<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>JOB DESCRIPTION<br />
Brookford Farm is a highly diversified farm utilizing organic growing methods. On our 300 acres we care for: 60 dairy cows, 80 replacement heifers/bulls, 100 hogs, 600 laying hens, 3000 broilers, 40 acres of grain, 30 acres of vegetables. We also have a full creamery on the farm which produces over ten products and a bakery which processes our grains into bread. 12-18 folks an the farm depending on the season. </p>
<p>The Assistant Cheesemaker will be aiding in all aspects of bottling, processing, packaging, and hygiene maintenance. This person needs to be attentive to detail. Being engaged in the task and retaining knowledge are also critical attributes. This person needs to be reliable, punctual and be able to lift 30-50 lbs.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.brookfordfarm.com">www.brookfordfarm.com</a></p>
<p>please send resume and references to <a href="mailto:brookfordfarm@gmail.com">brookfordfarm@gmail.com</a></p>
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<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>JOB DESCRIPTION<br />
Brookford Farm is seeking a full time Regional Sales Associate who has a passion for local, sustainably raised food, and the sales skills needed to grow sales in New Hampshire and southern New England. The position will be responsible for growing and retaining existing wholesale and retail accounts and expanding the farm's regional sales territory.</p>
<p>Founded in 2007, Brookford Farm is in persistent pursuit of a high quality, diversified product line to match its grass based diversified organic farm.</p>
<p>Product Line<br />
Dairy-yogurt, kefir, buttermilk, milk, butter, quark<br />
Cheese--Raw Cheddar, Raw Blue, Camembert, Brie, Feta<br />
Meats--Grass Fed Beef and Veal, Pasture Raised Pork and Chicken<br />
Flour--Bread and Pastry Flour (farm grown wheat)<br />
Vegetable--Year round supply, seasonal variations</p>
<p>Sales Associate Responsibilities</p>
<p>-Work with sales team to initiate and build relationships with retailers, food service, and distributors resulting in long term accounts with steadily increasing sales volume.<br />
-Secure weekly sales orders from accounts, cultivate order growth per account<br />
-Identify and attend public and trade events appropriate to our brand to sample, sell and promote products.</p>
<p>Requirements</p>
<p>-Have at least two years prior sales experience, preferably in southern New England and New Hampshire.<br />
-Be self-motivated, highly organized and outgoing with strong customer service background.<br />
-Be dynamic with customers, excellent communication skills.<br />
-Be located in New Hampshire, preferably central.<br />
-Have a valid drivers license, reliable transportation and availability to travel out of state.<br />
-Significant amount of regional travel<br />
-Have a passion for grass based farming and for strengthening regional food systems.</p>
<p>Base salary + commission </p>
<p>Please send your resume to <a href="mailto:brookfordfarm@gmail.com">brookfordfarm@gmail.com</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.brookfordfarm.com">www.brookfordfarm.com</a></p>
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<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Harvest and Packing Shed Manager--Canterbury, NH</p>
<p>We are a large diversified farm, utilizing organic and biodynamic methods. Our farm consists of 60 dairy cows, 150 hogs, 1000 laying hens and 3000 broiler. We grow consistently 30 acres of grain (wheat is baked on farm in a wood fired brick oven), all our forages for the herd and 30 acres of vegetables. Our products are marketed at farmers markets, at our farm store, through wholesale accounts and through our CSA.</p>
<p>The Harvest and Packing Shed Manager will be responsible for leading a team of interns and part time help through the tasks of harvesting, grading, washing and packing vegetables from the field and preparing them for markets. This person will also be required to keep records of the harvest. Our vegetables are sold through our 200+ member CSA, farmer's markets, and various wholesale accounts. </p>
<p>The Harvest and Packing Shed Manager should have all the skills necessary to determine ripeness and control quality in the field. This person should also have the skills to organize labor in an efficient way both in the field and in the packing house. This person must be able to delegate while still holding his crew responsible for quality and efficiencies. This person will be able to determine which vegetables are ready for harvest and build the CSA share for the week based on what is ripe. </p>
<p>Your ability and interest in working with a group is essential. </p>
<p>Please visit our website at <a href="http://www.brookfordfarm.com">www.brookfordfarm.com</a></p>
<p>Send your resume and references to <a href="mailto:brookfordfarm@gmail.com">brookfordfarm@gmail.com</a></p>
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<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>We are seeking a Summer Farm Camp Leader who will be responsible for working with our team of On-Farm Educators to engage school-aged kids in hands-on, farm-based day camps.</p>
<p>Primary duties include:</p>
<ul><li>Lead farm-based day camp activities for 6 to 12-year-olds.</li>
<li>Attend to safety of participants, and the care and respect of farm animals, plants, and the land.</li>
<li>Work cooperatively with team of educators to plan, prepare, implement and reflect on programs.</li>
<li>Lead public workshops for family programs, cooking, gardening skills, use of natural materials, or other skills or arts related to sustainability.</li>
</ul><p>The position is based in at the Angelic Organics farm, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia, IL 61011 andreports to the Program Director, On-Farm Initiative. We’re looking for candidates who can commit to approximately 40 hours per week from June 1 to August 15. An earlier start date is possible, depending on our program schedule. Workdays are usually 8am-4pm, Monday through Friday, although some weekend and overnight work may be required.</p>
<p><a href="https://files.ctctcdn.com/2e58ea01401/0e3cdbb6-2e8f-4c45-ae5c-06fa5aa5c551.pdf" target="_blank">Read full job description here.</a><br />
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<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>We are seeking an On-Farm Educator who will be responsible for facilitating educational programs at the Learning Center for children and adults on a se<br />
asonal, part-time basis. Primary duties include:</p>
<ul><li>Leading orientations, farm tours, work projects, group building activities, workshops (cooking, composting, gardening, etc.), environmental and nutrition education activities, and reflection with visiting groups of up to 25 people in size.</li>
<li>Attend to safety of participants, and the care and respect of farm animals, plants, and the land.</li>
<li>Work cooperatively with team of educators to plan, prepare, implement and reflect on programs.</li>
<li>Lead public workshops for family programs, cooking, gardening skills, use of natural materials, or other skills or arts related to sustainability.</li>
</ul><p><a href="https://files.ctctcdn.com/2e58ea01401/c135b006-4cd1-4102-a6f6-df46379911de.pdf" target="_blank">Read full job description here.</a></p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-forums field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Forums:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/forums/opportunities-employment-0">Opportunities - Employment</a></div></div></div>Thu, 29 Jan 2015 18:54:05 +0000Rebecca B6457 at https://www.biodynamics.comhttps://www.biodynamics.com/forum/content/farm-educator-angelic-organics-learning-center-caledonia-il#commentsSeeking part-time help in exchange for lodging - White Rose Farm, MDhttps://www.biodynamics.com/forum/content/seeking-part-time-help-exchange-lodging-white-rose-farm-md
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Central Maryland Farm: Seeking mature person/couple to live in walk­out basement apartment (2 bedrooms, full bath, kitchenette, large family room with fireplace insert) on White Rose Farm, 132­acre farm near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.</p>
<p>Essential work is to welcome people coming to the upstairs area for overnight stays or day­long retreats and to ensure that that area is ready for guests. The upstairs area includes a large area for group meetings, meditation or yoga, as well as two bedrooms, a kitchen, a dining area and a porch. Couple/person needs to have a warm, welcoming manner, good social and organizational skills, flexibility and good attention to detail.</p>
<p>In return for lodging and food from the farm, the person/couple will contribute 20/hours of work per week to the larger farm community. Those activities will focus first on preparing for and welcoming people for personal and group retreats. The work may also include some of the following activities (depending on each person's aptitude, experience and inclinations): tending the garden and the animals, selling produce and products, working in the office, maintaining the machinery, doing simple carpentry and repairs, and/or organizing educational activities.</p>
<p>Interested? Visit <a href="http://www.whiterosefarm.com">www.whiterosefarm.com</a>. To learn more, call Sally @ 410­756­9303 or e-<br />
mail: <a href="mailto:sally@whiterosefarm.com">sally@whiterosefarm.com</a>. Every community starts with warmth and warmth starts with conversation.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-forums field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Forums:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/forums/opportunities-employment-0">Opportunities - Employment</a></div></div></div>Tue, 27 Jan 2015 17:04:06 +0000Rebecca B6452 at https://www.biodynamics.comhttps://www.biodynamics.com/forum/content/seeking-part-time-help-exchange-lodging-white-rose-farm-md#commentsProgram Initiator for Environmental Education Program & Site Development - Portland Waldorf School, ORhttps://www.biodynamics.com/forum/content/program-initiator-environmental-education-program-site-development-portland-waldorf-school-or
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><strong>THE VISION</strong></p>
<p>To build on our reverence for the natural world and radically expand the way we have incorporated experience in nature into the education, inside and outside the classroom. Use our 7-acre campus as a lab for gardening, urban biodynamic agriculture, environmental education, and sustainability from an Anthroposophical perspective, providing an expanded and enriched opportunity for hands-on science and real-life (as opposed to virtual) experience for all students. Parent and employee inclusion and involvement in every aspect will be crucial.</p>
<p><strong>JOB DESCRIPTION</strong></p>
<p>Portland Waldorf School seeks a highly organized and responsible person to help us prepare and launch a fully integrated K-12 Environmental Education Program that would utilize our 7-acre site to include aspects of biodynamic agriculture, gardening, and other sustainable land use activities.</p>
<p>This is a multi-year initiative with the purpose of the first phase to initiate an intensive period of community involvement, idea gathering, research and planning, culminating in the drafting of a business plan for future years.</p>
<p><strong>PORTLAND WALDORF SCHOOL</strong></p>
<p>Portland Waldorf School has been in existence for 33 years and located in Milwaukie for 13 years. The property sits on 7.4 acres of land embedded in an urban setting. The school grounds include a free flowing spring, several mature fruit and shade trees, raised gardening beds, and undeveloped perimeters.</p>
<p><strong>DURATION</strong></p>
<p>Commences upon hire through June 30, 2015.</p>
<p>Read the full job description at <a href="http://portlandwaldorf.org/employment/" target="_blank">portlandwaldorf.org/employment/</a></p>
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